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Kim Recalls Tiger's Intense 2018 Comeback at Farmers
31 Jan
Summary
- Michael Kim shared Tiger Woods' 2018 Farmers Insurance Open comeback story.
- Woods birdied his final hole to make the cut in 2018, relieving officials.
- Brooks Koepka made the cut at the 2026 Farmers Insurance Open.
PGA Tour winner Michael Kim recently recalled an anecdote about Tiger Woods' remarkable comeback at the 2018 Farmers Insurance Open. This story resurfaced as Brooks Koepka achieved a significant milestone by making the cut at the 2026 Farmers Insurance Open. Koepka's return to play on the PGA Tour this week saw him navigate a challenging start to secure his spot in the weekend rounds.
Kim's shared memory detailed Woods' crucial final hole birdie in 2018, which was essential for him to make the cut. The tension was palpable, with even the tournament director visibly anxious before Woods' decisive shot. Woods successfully birdied the par-5 18th hole, ensuring his progression in the tournament and providing immense relief.
In the current 2026 event, Koepka had an opening round of 73 but improved significantly with a 68 on Friday to make the cut. He spoke about his performance, emphasizing the goal of playing all four days and his satisfaction with driving and putting, despite some putts narrowly missing. Koepka aims to further refine his game over the weekend.
